Creamy Chicken Mushroom Tortellini Bake with Melted Cheese
This comforting baked pasta dish combines tender cheese tortellini with golden chicken pieces and earthy mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce. The chicken is browned to perfection before being combined with sautéed mushrooms and a velvety sour cream sauce, then baked until bubbly with melted mozzarella on top. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this one-dish meal delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal cleanup. The uncooked tortellini absorbs the savory sauce as it bakes, creating perfectly tender pasta with concentrated flavors throughout.
Ingredients
- 1 20 oz. package fresh cheese tortellini
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ¾ cup sour cream
- salt and pepper, to taste(optional)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray
- 2
Heat butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat
- 3
Add cubed chicken and brown for 3-4 minutes
- 4
Add mushrooms, green onions and garlic and cook until chicken is done and mushrooms are golden brown
- 5
Sprinkle flour over chicken mixture and stir to combine
- 6
Cook for 1-2 minutes
- 7
Add chicken broth and cook and stir until thickened
- 8
Mix in sour cream and stir until well combined
- 9
Stir in the uncooked tortellini
- 10
Pour the chicken and tortellini mixture into the prepared pan
- 11
Sprinkle with cheese
- 12
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes
- 13
Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown around the edges
Tips
Use fresh tortellini rather than dried for the best texture and faster cooking time
Brown the chicken well to develop deep flavors before adding the other ingredients
Cover tightly with foil during the first part of baking to prevent the top from browning too quickly
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in covered container
Can be assembled up to 1 day ahead and refrigerated before baking
Serve immediately while hot and bubbly for best texture
Common Mistakes
Don't overcook the chicken during browning to avoid dry meat
Cover with foil during baking to prevent cheese from burning before pasta is tender
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use frozen tortellini instead of fresh?
Yes, but add 5-10 minutes to the covered baking time since frozen tortellini takes longer to cook through.
What if I don't have sour cream?
Greek yogurt works well as a substitute, or use cream cheese thinned with a little milk for similar richness.
How long will leftovers keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.